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Youth / Rangatahi 16 Sep 2024

Young leaders raise their concerns

Young people from Manurewa have met with local board members in a session to engage them with decision-making for the area.

Youth / Rangatahi 11 Sep 2024

Matt's Manurewa movie magic

Manurewa Local Board chair Matt Winiata has turned to video to reach out to young people.

Akl Paths 6 Sep 2024

Board backs Pahurehure islands recognition

Papakura Local Board has supported a plan change to recognise the relationship mana whenua have with sites.

Community 4 Sep 2024

Dalton delighted with new role

Manurewa-Papakura ward Councillor Angela Dalton has been appointed to chair a new Community Committee.

Community 4 Sep 2024

Emergency response puts local first

Papakura Local Board has endorsed a draft disaster resilience plan.

Arts 3 Sep 2024

Visitors get an inter-planetary experience at Auckland Botanic Gardens

Other worlds has arrived in Tāmaki Makaurau.

Youth / Rangatahi 3 Sep 2024

Tennis and squash club gets major boost

Papakura Tennis and Squash Club has received a major funding boost.

City Rail Link 3 Sep 2024

Station ready for return of trains

Pukekohe Station is ready for use but trains from the station are delayed for now.

Events

08 Jul 2026

Harakeke collection guided walk

To celebrate Matariki, join our curator for a guided walk through the harakeke collection.

08 Jul 2026

Map the Matariki stars

Create your own map of the Matariki stars that you can hang up in your window letting you enjoy t...

10 Jul 2026

Kids drop-in clay activity

Less screen time, more green time - connect to nature with this lovely mindful activity.

10 Jul 2026

Te hui Ahurei o Matariki

Celebrate Matariki with whānau. Enjoy live music, kai, crafts, art activities and fun for everyone!

15 Jul 2026

Swirly star lantern

Design your own swirly star lantern to celebrate Matariki.

22 Jul 2026

Beginners guide to fruit tree pruning

Perfect for home gardeners looking to gain confidence and practical skills.

25 Jul 2026

Mānawatia a Matariki - Fashion by Dhanak Humayun

Her Story – Matariki Fashion Show 2026 by Rakshi’s Design returns to the Papakura Museum.